Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, imaging specialists, and rehabilitation therapists work as a coordinated team. Every patient moves through a structured care pathway — diagnosis, treatment, recovery — with the same team aligned throughout.
Our cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons manage a wide spectrum of heart and vascular conditions, including:
| Heart Conditions | Vascular Conditions |
| Cardiomyopathy | Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) |
| Coronary artery disease (CAD) | Pulmonary embolism |
| Heart attack (myocardial infarction) | Peripheral artery disease |
| Heart failure | Aortic aneurysm |
| Heart arrhythmias (AF, SVT, VT) | Carotid artery disease |
| Hypertension (high blood pressure) | Venous insufficiency |
| Aortic valve stenosis | Atherosclerosis |
| Mitral valve regurgitation | Hypertensive heart disease |
| Congenital heart disease | |
| Pericarditis |
Your heart health journey at Farrer Park Heart Health is managed by your care team.
When you present with cardiac symptoms — chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, unexplained fatigue — a cardiologist conducts a full clinical assessment. Depending on your presentation, this may include:
• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Echocardiogram (TTE / TEE)
• Exercise stress test
• Ambulatory ECG monitoring (Holter monitor)
• Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
• CT coronary angiography
• Cardiac MRI
• Heart perfusion scan
• Chest X-ray
• Coronary angiography (cardiac catheterisation)
• Electrophysiology study (EPS)
• Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)
• Fractional flow reserve (FFR) assessment
• Right heart catheterisation
Farrer Park Hospital's Diagnostic Imaging Suite supports AI-assisted interpretation across relevant imaging modalities, helping our cardiologists reach accurate diagnoses more efficiently. Our advanced 4D CT imaging with interventional angiography, enabling complex procedures to be performed with added precision.
Most patients begin with medication and lifestyle changes. Where intervention is needed, we prioritise minimally invasive approaches where clinically appropriate. Our treatment options span:
Medication remains the first-line treatment for many heart conditions. Our cardiologists tailor drug regimens to your specific diagnosis — managing blood pressure, controlling heart rhythm, reducing clot risk, or improving heart muscle function — and monitor your response over time.
Conditions for medical management:
Prescription and monitoring of appropriate cardiovascular medications, with regular follow-up to adjust treatment as needed
Our interventional cardiologists perform catheter-based procedures to treat blocked or narrowed arteries without open surgery. Procedures are carried out in a dedicated cardiac catheterisation laboratory equipped for a full range of coronary and structural interventions.
Opens blocked coronary arteries using a balloon and stent, typically under local anaesthesia with a short hospital stay
Replaces a narrowed aortic valve without open-heart surgery, suited to patients who cannot tolerate conventional valve surgery
Repairs a leaking mitral valve via catheter, avoiding open surgery in appropriate patients
Device therapy to manage abnormal heart rhythms, including permanent pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators
Our electrophysiology team specialises in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders using precision mapping and ablation techniques.
Targets and destroys the specific tissue triggering abnormal rhythms, with the aim of restoring a normal heartbeat. Effective for atrial fibrillation (AF), supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), and ventricular tachycardia (VT)
Produces detailed, real-time maps of the heart's electrical activity, allowing precise localisation of arrhythmia sources
Follow-up and optimisation of pacemakers, ICDs, and cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) devices
For conditions requiring open or minimally invasive surgical correction, our cardiothoracic surgeons bring subspecialist expertise backed by Farrer Park's 18 operating theatres, including a dedicated cardiovascular suite.
Bypasses blocked coronary arteries using grafted blood vessels, restoring blood flow to the heart muscle
Surgical correction of diseased mitral, aortic, or tricuspid valves, using repair techniques where possible to preserve the patient's own valve
Selected procedures performed through smaller incisions, typically resulting in less post-operative pain, lower infection risk, and faster return to daily life (recovery 1–4 weeks vs 6–10 weeks for conventional open surgery)
Surgical treatment of arrhythmia: Including the Maze procedure for atrial fibrillation, often performed concurrently with other cardiac surgery.
Recovery doesn't end at discharge. Our Rehab Centre provides structured cardiac rehabilitation, combining supervised exercise, education, and counselling to help patients return to daily life safely and with confidence.
A quick reference to help you understand what your diagnosis means and how it is typically managed.
| Condition | What it is | Treatment Options |
| Coronary artery disease | Narrowing of the coronary arteries due to plaque build-up, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle | Medication, PCI (angioplasty and stenting), or CABG surgery |
| Heart attack | A blocked coronary artery cuts off blood supply to part of the heart muscle | Emergency PCI to restore blood flow; medication and rehabilitation to follow |
| Atrial fibrillation (AF) | Irregular, often rapid heartbeat originating in the upper chambers of the heart | Medication, catheter ablation, or cardioversion |
| Heart failure | The heart cannot pump effectively enough to meet the body's demands | Medication, device therapy (CRT, ICD), lifestyle changes, sometimes surgery |
| Aortic valve stenosis | The aortic valve narrows and restricts blood flow out of the heart | Surgical valve replacement or TAVI (catheter-based replacement) |
| Mitral valve regurgitation | The mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to leak backwards | Medication, surgical repair or replacement, or TEER (catheter-based repair) |
| Hypertension | Persistently high blood pressure strains the heart and vessels over time | Lifestyle modification and antihypertensive medication |
| Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) | A blood clot forms in the deep veins, most commonly in the legs | Anticoagulation medication; compression; monitoring for pulmonary embolism |
Many cardiovascular conditions develop without noticeable symptoms. Screening allows risk factors — high cholesterol, elevated blood pressure, early coronary artery calcification — to be identified and addressed before they cause a cardiac event.
Our HealthConnexion health screening centre offers cardiac-focused screening packages suitable for adults with risk factors including a family history of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, or a history of smoking. Screening typically includes:
If screening identifies a concern, you can see a cardiologist directly at Farrer Park Medical Centre — no referral needed.
Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist at Farrer Park Hospital?
No. You can make a direct appointment with a cardiologist at Farrer Park Medical Centre by calling (65) 6363 1818. If you have been referred by your GP, please bring your referral letter, along with any existing test results or scans during your appointment.
Which heart conditions do your cardiologists treat?
Our cardiology panel covers the full range of cardiovascular conditions — coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation, valve disease, hypertension, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart conditions, and vascular conditions including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Alternatively, you can find a Cardiac Specialist from our panel of specialists.
What is the difference between a cardiologist and a cardiothoracic surgeon?
A cardiologist diagnoses and manages heart conditions medically or through catheter-based procedures (such as angioplasty or ablation). A cardiothoracic surgeon performs open or minimally invasive heart surgery (such as bypass or valve replacement). Many patients are managed by a cardiologist and only referred to a surgeon when operative treatment is needed — your care team will guide you through that decision.
What happens if I have a heart attack?
Seek medical help immediately. Call 995 or our 24-Hour Medical Urgency Clinic at (65) 6705 2999. Located at Level 2 at our hospital, it is staffed by senior clinicians and can manage cardiac emergencies while coordinating with our interventional cardiologists for urgent treatment.
Can I use my Integrated Shield Plan for heart treatment?
Yes. Most Integrated Shield Plans cover inpatient cardiac treatment and surgical procedures at Farrer Park Hospital. Outpatient cardiologist consultations may also be covered depending on your plan. Our admissions team can assist with pre-authorisation and claims documentation. For enquiries, please email [email protected].
How long will I be in hospital after a cardiac procedure?
It depends on the procedure. A catheter-based intervention such as PCI typically involves a hospital stay of one to two days. Open cardiac surgery may require seven to ten days, while minimally invasive cardiac surgery typically involves a shorter stay of two to five days. Your cardiologist or surgeon will give you a personalised estimate before your procedure.
Is cardiac rehabilitation available at Farrer Park Hospital?
Yes. Our Rehab Centre provides structured cardiac rehabilitation programmes including supervised exercise, nutritional guidance, and psychological support. Rehabilitation is recommended after most cardiac events and procedures and is shown to reduce the risk of future cardiac events.
